Hot Spiced Cider
A warming mug of apple cider simmered with cinnamon, citrus, and cloves. This stovetop cider fills the house with cozy holiday aromas and is perfect for gatherings.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 130
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour the 8 cups apple cider into a large pot. Add the 4 cinnamon sticks, 1 tablespoon whole cloves, and 2 star anise.
Step 2
Slice the 1 orange and 1 lemon into thin rounds. Add the slices to the pot, squeezing gently to release their juices.
Step 3
Bring the cider to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low. Simmer uncovered until deeply fragrant and slightly reduced, about 20 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the 2 tablespoons honey until dissolved. Taste and add more honey if you prefer a sweeter cider.
Step 5
Strain the cider through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof pitcher or directly into mugs. Discard the solids.
Step 6
Serve hot, garnishing each mug with a fresh cinnamon stick or orange slice if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Heatproof pitcher or mugs
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